Hyesook Jeon and her husband split their time between South Korea and Canada. When it was time to give birth in 2010, they chose Seoul due to Korea’s focus on postpartum care. After a caesarean section, Jeon stayed at a sanhujoriwon for two weeks, receiving care from certified nurses and focusing on her recovery. These facilities prioritize the health of mothers and have become popular in Korea, used by over 80% of new mothers. They are now also arriving in North America, where the maternal mortality rate is a growing concern. Prices for a two-week stay can range from $100 to $2000.
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Growing interest in Korean “postnatal retreats” highlights dearth of maternal care in North America
